Receptionist

Suncoast Community Health Centers, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Suncoast Community Health Centers, Inc. is seeking a front desk receptionist to greet patients and visitors, determine their needs, and guide them to the correct service areas.

You will inform patients about registration procedures and the services provided, and hand out forms as needed. The role requires excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and EMR software.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors and guide them to the appropriate service areas.
• Inform patients about registration procedures and the services provided.
• Provide information to patients, answer questions and hand out forms.
• Answer and screen incoming calls and transfer to extensions.
• Log all incoming mail and maintain medical records according to policy.
• Serve as a liaison between front office and other departments.
• Assist front office as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Stress management

Office equipment

MS Office & EMR

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EMR software

Job description

• Greet patients and visitors, determine their needs and guide them to the appropriate areas for service.
• Inform the patients about registration procedures and the services provided.
• Provide information to patients, answer questions and hand out forms, surveys, pick-up/drop off area for paperwork/forms/referrals; expedite request for medical records.
• Answer and screen incoming phone calls and transfer them to appropriate extensions.
• Take messages when unable to transfer phone calls and handle as per specific instructions.
• Log all incoming mail and maintain all medical records according to policy
• Serve as a liaison between front office and other departments.
• Assists front office department, as needed
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the centers.

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

• Greet patients and visitors, determine their needs and guide them to the appropriate areas for service.
• Inform the patients about registration procedures and the services provided.
• Provide information to patients, answer questions and hand out forms, surveys, pick-up/drop off area for paperwork/forms/referrals; expedite request for medical records.
• Answer and screen incoming phone calls and transfer them to appropriate extensions.
• Take messages when unable to transfer phone calls and handle as per specific instructions.
• Log all incoming mail and maintain all medical records according to policy
• Serve as a liaison between front office and other departments.
• Assists front office department, as needed
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the centers.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors, determine their needs and guide them to the appropriate areas for service.
• Inform the patients about registration procedures and the services provided.
• Provide information to patients, answer questions and hand out forms, surveys, pick-up/drop off area for paperwork/forms/referrals; expedite request for medical records.
• Answer and screen incoming phone calls and transfer them to appropriate extensions.
• Take messages when unable to transfer phone calls and handle as per specific instructions.
• Log all incoming mail and maintain all medical records according to policy
• Serve as a liaison between front office and other departments.
• Assists front office department, as needed
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the centers.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to use office equipment, including computers, copy machines, fax machines, telephones, calculators, and more.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and related software.

Education And Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
• Must be able to travel to various center locations as required.